Unbeknownst to most, the universities there are attractions in their own right. Below is our guide to the top 5 prettiest campuses in Seoul, which are accepting exchange applications and offer classes in English, for anyone who’s planning to head there for exchange. Yes, including Singaporeans!

1. Yonsei University (연세대학교)

Do a Google image search on Yonsei University campus and you might do a double take after seeing the European-looking buildings.

If you are a K-pop fan, this here’s an additional perk: within the school compounds is a large outdoor amphitheatre where famous K-pop groups and idols - like Blackpink and Sistar - perform during school festivals, known as Dae-Dong-Jae (대동제).

4. Ewha Womans University (이화여자대학교)

If brick buildings aren't your thing, then check out the modern Ewha University, with it’s statement multi storey deep cleft that acts as a central hangout area with facilities for sports, teaching, retail and food.

As its name suggests, Ewha Womans University is predominantly female. However, they do take in international exchange students of both genders. So ladies and gents majoring in the Business and Humanities, this might be the one for you.

Head off to Korea’s universities for an exchange programme

With a great education system, a safe environment and good public transport system, it’s hard to go wrong with an exchange in Korea. With the choices and company, it could also easily be the best semester of your university life!